IRON Flashcards
1
Q
WHAT ARE THE FUNCTIONS OF IRON?
A
it is needed to make haemoglobin which is a substance in red blood cells that carries oxen through the blood.
2
Q
WHAT ARE IRON DEFICIENCY DIESEASE?
A
anaemia is a condition caused by lack of iron
3
Q
WHAT IS THE REFERENCE INTAKE ON IRON?
A
children 10mg
teens 14mg
adults 10mg
pregnant/breastfeeding women 15mg
4
Q
WHAT ARE COURCES OF IRON
A
broccoli, red meat, offal
